#6 – Argentina
Argentina have reached the World cup finals four times, in 1930, 1978, 1986 and 1990, all occasions of which they progressed to the finals, actually winning the tournament in 1978 and 1986. Their 1986 team is still considered to be one of the best in World Cup history due mainly to the individual genius of captain and midfielder Diego Maradona. They are currently ranked #5 in the FIFA World Cup rankings.
Most Capped Player: Javier Zanetti, 145 (1994 – 2011)
Top Goal Scorer: Gabriel Batistuta, 56 (1991 – 2002)